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How to effectively prevent tree stump regrowth with EcoPlug Max

Posted on 19 August, 2016

How to effectively prevent tree stump regrowth with EcoPlug Max

Ecoplug Max is a patented tree stump control application method. Each plug contains 300mg of granular glyphosate which is released inside the tree stump ensuring all the active ingredient is carefully targeted where it is needed

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Glyphosate stewardship guidelines Invaluable for UK growers
Posted 31 October, 2018

Guidelines for minimising the risk of glyphosate resistance development published by the Weed Resistance Action Group (WRAG) are just what UK growers and agronomists need to safeguard the single most vital weapon in their grass weed control armoury. As such, these guidelines should form the essential basis for all glyphosate use from now on.
Perfecting the Stale Seedbed Approach
Posted 31 October, 2018

Move as little soil as possible, give yourself enough time and use it to greatest effect. These are the three keys to the best, most consistent stale seedbed control of annual grass weeds ahead of drilling identified by independent tillage specialist, Steve Townsend.
On-line resource brings together ‘best available intelligence’ on combatting grassweeds
Posted 31 October, 2018

A special on-line resource has been launched to provide arable managers across the country with a structured approach to regaining control over their most damaging grassweeds based on the best available soil and crop management intelligence.
Reset glyphosate expectations Following tallow amine withdrawal
Posted 31 October, 2018

Do not expect the levels of performance you have been used to from many glyphosates this summer following the withdrawal of European approval for ethoxylated tallow amine (ETA) formulations, growers have been warned.
Counting the cost of compaction
Posted 31 October, 2018

Soil compaction costs the UK around £400-500 million every year, cutting wheat yields by 10-15%, increasing tillage energy, time and costs by up to 300% and reducing soil infiltration to almost zero, significantly increasing run-off and flooding.